How to apply
Applications for the 2026 School-Based Trainee Program will open in September 2025.
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The application process
We've kept the application process for a School-based Traineeship relatively simple. We understand that as a school student, you may have limited work experience, and that your soft and technical skills are still developing.
The application process involves completing an online application form which includes your answers to the application questions, information about your School, work location preferences and details of two referees.
For advice on how to approach your application, click here.
Assessment process
Once you have completed your application, and the application process has closed, you'll be invited to undertake a short video interview by recording your answers to a few questions. Your applications and interviews will then be given to Agencies who will shortlist and make offers to successful candidates.
More information
If you still have some questions about the process after reading this information, please refer to the FAQ page.
If you have a query of any nature that we haven't covered, or require some technical support, you can email ssmo@dpac.tas.gov.au and we will get in touch.